Where to stay in West End
Nepean
Explore the retail center on Merivale Road, featuring smaller shops and big box stores, or visit the Nepean Museum and Ben Franklin Place for a mix of culture and government services. Enjoy amenities like the Ottawa Public Library and Centrepointe Theatre.
Civic Hospital - Experimental Farm - Central Park
While you're in Civic Hospital - Experimental Farm - Central Park, take in top sights like Canada Agriculture and Food Museum and jump on the metro at Carling Station to see more of the city.
Bells Corners
Notable for its shopping, restaurants, and river views, Bells Corners is a sought-after destination for many travelers visiting Ottawa. If you want to see some sights in the area, check out Bayshore Shopping Centre or Nepean Sportsplex.
Westboro
Westboro might not have many top sights, but Kōena Spa and Canada Agriculture and Food Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Wellington Village
While you're in Wellington Village, take in top sights like Great Canadian Theatre Company and jump on the metro at Tunney's Pasture Station to see more of the city.
Whitehaven - Queensway Terrace North
While Whitehaven - Queensway Terrace North isn't home to many top sights, Funhaven Entertainment Centre and Bayshore Shopping Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.
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Popular places to visit
Parliament Hill
Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.
Carleton University
Enjoy the collegiate vibe at Carleton University during your stay in Ottawa. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Byward Market Square
Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market.
Canadian Museum of History
At this museum, one of the most visited in Canada, discover the events, experiences, people and objects that have shaped the nation’s history.
Canadian War Museum
The country’s museum of military history features collections of weapons and vehicles that cover hundreds of years of conflict.
Rideau Canal
This engineering and scenic marvel fills with pleasure craft in summer and transforms into the world’s longest naturally frozen skating rink in winter.
Things to do
Ottawa: Haunted Night Walking Tour
Full Day Montreal and Cruise Tour from Ottawa
- Queensway Carleton Hospital
- Bayshore Shopping Centre
- Nepean Sailing Club
- Funhaven Entertainment Centre
- Maplelawn Garden
- Andrew Haydon Park
- Canadian Tire Centre
- Parliament Hill
- Casino du Lac Leamy
- Carleton University
- University of Ottawa
- Byward Market Square
- Shaw Centre
- Canadian Museum of History
- Canadian War Museum
- Rideau Canal
- Nordik Spa-Nature
- National Gallery of Canada
- Ottawa Hospital Civic Campus
- TD Place Stadium
- Rideau Centre
- Algonquin College
- Gatineau Park
- Canada Aviation and Space Museum
- National Arts Centre
- Commissioners Park
- Kanata Centrum Shopping Centre
- Embassy of the United States
- Lansdowne Park
- Ottawa City Hall
- Elgin Street